Photo Rumors

What else is new? [Weekend Digest]

By PR admin | Published: October 20, 2012

Hasselblad HTS1.5 tilt/shift adapter returns to US market after pending litigation involving a patent infringement claim.

Scientists develop disposable digital camera that dissolves inside the human body.

Why didn’t I think of that: magnetized filters

By PR admin | Published: October 19, 2012

Carryspeed came up with a new product called MagFilter – those are magnetized filters that can easily be attached to compact cameras. MagFilters are currently available only in 36mm and 42mm sized circular polarizer and can be purchased on Amazon. Here is a quick video demonstration – after attaching a metal ring to the front of the lens, you can easily add and remove the filter:

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Lytro to add parallax-based 3D effect by the end of the year

By PR admin | Published: October 19, 2012

Later this year Lytro will introduce a “parallax-based 3D effect” for photos taken with their light-field camera (now available on Amazon) via a software update. The company is also planning to add support for 3D monitors and TVs. See this video demonstration of the new feature:

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Lomography announces Belair X 6-12 bellows camera

By PR admin | Published: October 18, 2012

Today Lomography announced new line of bellows cameras called Belair X 6-12. Three different configurations are available:

Belair X 6-12 Globe-trotter includes 90mm Lens and 58mm wide-angle lens (€349)
Belair X 6-12 Jetsetter includes 90mm Lens and 58mm wide-angle lens (€299)
Belair X 6-12 Cityslicker includes 90mm Lens and 58mm Wide-angle lens (€249)

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Fujifilm XF1 camera now shipping in the US

By PR admin | Published: October 17, 2012

The Fujifilm XF1 compact digital camera is now shipping in the US and the black version is currently in stock only at Adorama (the red and tan versions are back ordered).

Fujifilm XF1 sample images:

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First sample images scanned with the Plustek OpticFilm 120 professional grade scanner

By PR admin | Published: October 17, 2012

Plustek released few sample images scanned with their new OpticFilm 120 professional grade scanner ($1,999.99):

The images in this directory are unedited images that were scanned using the Auto CCR function of LaserSoft SilverFast Ai Studio 8. No other adjustments or dust and scratch removal were made. Consider these images to be similar to “straight out of camera” raw files produced by digital cameras. All of these images were shot with a Rolleiflex T, Type 2 on either Kodak Tmax 400 or Ilford HP5 400. These images were scanned using pre-production drivers and software. Image quality from production scanners may be different.

Here are two 100% crops from the original 121MB (11112 × 10777) TIFF files:

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Sony teaser: “The New F” coming on October 30th

By PR admin | Published: October 17, 2012

Sony has a new teaser on their Facebook page for “The new F” or the “The future, ahead of schedule” coming on October 30th, 2012. The speculations are for a new F-class Super 35mm cinema camera (F5?) that will probably support 4k and will cost around $20k. In Sony’s cinema cameras product line, the F5 will probably be placed above the current PMW-F3L Super 35mm XDCAM EX Full-HD compact camcorder.

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GoPro officially announces Hero 3 action camera

By PR admin | Published: October 17, 2012

GoPro announced their new Hero 3 action camera. Three different versions are available:

GoPro HERO3: Black Edition Camera (pre-order for $399.99)

Supports 4K, 2.7K, 1440p & 1080p Video
Capture 12, 7 or 5 Megapixel Photos
12-Megapixel Low-Light Image Sensor
Wide Angle 6-Element Aspherical Lens
Camera Housing Waterproof to 197′ (60 m)
Built-In Wi-Fi & GoPro App Ready
MicroSD Card Slot & Micro HDMI Output
Wi-Fi Remote & Basic Mounts Included
Wi-Fi Remote Has 600′ Transmission Range
Control Up to 50 Cameras at a Time

GoPro HERO3: Silver Edition Camera (pre-order for $299.99)

Record Up to Full HD 1920 x 1080p Video
Capture Up to 11 Megapixel Still Images
11-Megapixel Image Sensor
Wide Angle 6-Element Aspherical Lens
Rugged Housing Waterproof to 197′ (60 m)
MicroSD Card Slot & Micro HDMI Output
Built-In Wi-Fi & GoPro App Ready
Compatible with Optional Wi-Fi Remote
Wearable & Mountable Camera Design
Basic Mounts & Hardware Included

GoPro HERO3: White Edition Camera:

Professional 1080p 30 fps / 960p 48 fps / 720p 60 fps and more video capture
5MP photo capture with 10 fps burst
Wi-Fi Built-In
Wi-Fi Remote Compatible (sold separately)
GoPro App Compatible (FREE)
197’/ 60m Waterproof Housing*
Assorted mounts and hardware included for attaching to helmets, gear and more

Shipping will start in next few weeks.

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GoPro Hero 3 camera announcement tonight

By PR admin | Published: October 16, 2012

GoPro confirmed on their Facebook page the previous rumors about a new Hero 3 camera. The official announcement will be tonight. The new version is expected to be about half the size of the Hero 2 and will come with built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. Stay tuned for detailed coverage in few hours.

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